Here’s Where to Find the Best Chicken Salad in Acadiana

(KMDL-FM) - I'm not sure what started this, but I've been on a chicken salad kick lately. It may be from the holiday that just passed and there was some on the family table that I couldn't get enough of.

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Then again, I have little skill when it comes to making it at home. That means hunting around town trying to find it just the way I like it.

What Goes Into Great Chicken Salad

I know it's not crazy difficult to make. Most chicken salad is made from cooked chicken mixed with a creamy dressing (typically mayonnaise), and other ingredients like celery, onions, herbs, and spices. Some folks even get fancy with other additions like fruits, nuts, or relish.

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But again, I am not too confident in my chicken salad-making skills, so I either wait for someone who loves me to make some or I'll need to start buying it pre-made.

Acadiana Weighs In

That led to the following social media question: "Best store-bought chicken salad in Acadiana?"

Wow! You guys are passionate about chicken salad and had great suggestions on where to find the best pre-made so I don't have to do the work.

Time for a Chicken Salad Tour?

Thank you for these great suggestions, by the way. We aggregated your top choices and compiled the following top 10 list. Honestly, this could turn into a full-on food tour.

Allons manger!